An issue was discovered on Samsung mobile devices with Q(10.0) and R(11.0) (Exynos chipsets) software. They allow attackers to obtain sensitive information by reading a log. The Samsung ID is SVE-2020-18596 (October 2020).
Information written to log files can be of a sensitive nature and give valuable guidance to an attacker or expose sensitive user information.
| Name | Vendor | Start Version | End Version |
|---|---|---|---|
| Android | 10.0 (including) | 10.0 (including) | |
| Android | 11.0 (including) | 11.0 (including) |
While logging all information may be helpful during development stages, it is important that logging levels be set appropriately before a product ships so that sensitive user data and system information are not accidentally exposed to potential attackers. Different log files may be produced and stored for: